🚌 Bus from Canterbury to Maidstone
2 direct routes · about 99 min · first bus 05:30, last bus 17:00 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 | Stagecoach South East | ~99 min | 13 | 05:30 | 17:00 | Bus Station (Bay B4) |
| N22 | National Express | ~60 min | 1 | 12:25 | 12:25 | Bus Station (departures) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Canterbury on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Canterbury to Maidstone?
2 routes run directly from Canterbury to Maidstone: the X3 (Stagecoach South East), the N22 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Canterbury to Maidstone?
Around 99 minutes on the X3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Canterbury to Maidstone?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X3) leaves around 05:30 and the last around 17:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Canterbury to Maidstone?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.